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Inverness pupils' mock court experience inspires law careers


By Andrew Dixon

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Pupils from Duncan Forbes Primary School in Inverness have attended the School Mock Court Junior Project finals in Edinburgh.

The P6 and P7 pupils entered were involved in a mock court case in Inverness Sheriff Court as part of the project.

It was the first time schools in Inverness have ever taken part in the project, with Balloch Primary also being involved.

The pupils prepared evidence, investigated threee case and either acted as prosecution or defence. Pupils also had to make their own cloaks, be witnesses, cross examine witnesses, submit all relevant paperwork for external assessment, and act as court journalists and court artists.

A Highland Council spokeswoman said: "The Duncan Forbes mock court team were invited to Edinburgh to attend the finals where they watched four schools try a case in front of the audience.

"The team were delighted to be presented with awards in journalism for P7 defenders and artistry for P7 pursuers. The school choir also had the opportunity to perform during the award ceremony.

"While it was a daunting project for the school staff and pupils to take on for the first time, the experience and benefits brought to the pupils was inspirational, so much so that the school have already signed up to do it again next year."

Councillor John Finlayson, chairman of the local authority's care, learning and housing committee, said: “We have again succeeded in bringing unique learning experiences to our children where exposure to career experiences drives pupil aspiration and ambition.

"This was a brilliant experience for our pupils, many of whom said they would now like to pursue a career in law. The council is committed to supporting pupils to continue to develop their knowledge, skills and experience, regardless of age or background.”


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